What are the 4 ingredients in chicken salad?

Many classic chicken salads include cooked chicken, mayonnaise, celery, and seasoning. However, modern versions often add herbs, vegetables, or fruit for extra flavor.

What goes well with chicken skewers?

Chicken skewers pair well with grilled vegetables, fresh salads, rice, or roasted potatoes. A fresh salad like this BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad also works beautifully.

Is chicken salad okay for a diabetic to eat?

Yes, chicken salad can work well for people managing blood sugar. Lean chicken provides protein while vegetables add fiber. However, watch added sugars in dressings or sauces.

What side dish with skewers?

Popular side dishes include grilled corn, vegetable salads, pasta salads, or roasted vegetables.

BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad Amazing Fresh Dinner

Name: BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad Amazing Fresh Dinner
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts; 3 tablespoons avocado oil; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 cups BBQ sauce divided; 8 small wooden skewers soaked in water; 1 cup avocado oil; 1 large egg; 1/2 cup unsweetened full fat coconut milk; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 2 garlic cloves minced; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 4 ears corn; 2 tablespoons avocado oil; 8 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce; 6 green onions thinly sliced; 16 ounces grape tomatoes quartered; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans drained and rinsed; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 1 avocado peeled pitted and diced

Description

BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad with smoky grilled chicken, charred corn, crisp romaine, black beans, fresh herbs, and creamy herby ranch dressing. This hearty dinner salad delivers a perfect mix of smoky, sweet, creamy, and fresh flavors inspired by the classic California BBQ chicken salad.

Ingredients

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2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts

3 tablespoons avocado oil

1 teaspoon kosher salt

2 cups BBQ sauce divided

8 small wooden skewers soaked in water

1 cup avocado oil

1 large egg

1/2 cup unsweetened full fat coconut milk

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1 teaspoon onion powder

2 garlic cloves minced

1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill

1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley

1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

4 ears corn

2 tablespoons avocado oil

8 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce

6 green onions thinly sliced

16 ounces grape tomatoes quartered

1 (15 ounce) can black beans drained and rinsed

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

1 avocado peeled pitted and diced

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Instructions

1. Flatten chicken breasts to even thickness and cut into roughly 2 inch pieces. Toss with avocado oil, salt, and half of the BBQ sauce. Let marinate at least 20 minutes or refrigerate several hours for deeper flavor.

2. Prepare the dressing by blending avocado oil and egg with an immersion blender until thick like mayonnaise. Blend in coconut milk, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, salt, onion powder, and garlic until smooth. Stir in dill, parsley, and black pepper. Chill until ready to use.

3. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto soaked wooden skewers leaving small gaps between pieces.

4. Lightly coat the corn with avocado oil.

5. Preheat grill to medium high heat about 350 to 400 degrees F and oil the grates.

6. Grill corn for 10 to 12 minutes turning occasionally until tender and lightly charred. Grill chicken skewers for about 3 to 4 minutes per side. After flipping brush with remaining BBQ sauce and continue grilling until cooked through.

7. Let the corn and chicken cool slightly.

8. Combine romaine lettuce, green onions, tomatoes, black beans, cilantro, and basil in a large bowl. Toss with desired amount of dressing.

9. Cut kernels from grilled corn and add to the salad along with diced avocado. Toss gently.

10. Serve the salad topped with the grilled BBQ chicken skewers.

Notes

For Whole30 compliance omit the corn and black beans.

Chicken can marinate several hours ahead for stronger flavor.

The herby ranch dressing can be prepared up to one week in advance and stored refrigerated in a sealed container.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 953
Sugar: 39 g
Sodium: 1971 mg
Fat: 64 g
Saturated Fat: 12 g
Unsaturated Fat: 47 g
Trans Fat: 0.03 g
Carbohydrates: 61 g
Fiber: 7 g
Protein: 39 g
Cholesterol: 124 mg